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Senior Legal Counsel
About THG
We are THG, a global ecommerce group on a mission to be the global online leader in beauty and sports nutrition.
Our portfolio of leading retailers and brands—LOOKFANTASTIC, Myprotein, ESPA, Perricone MD, and Cult Beauty—forms our two core businesses: THG Beauty and THG Nutrition.
From Manchester to New York, we’re powered by a team of over 2500 people who work together, led by example, and think BIG. With us, you’ll go further, faster. What are you waiting for?
Location: Icon 1, WA15 0AF
About Central Functions
Central Functions is formed of the teams and people that serve the entire business. These persons are integral to the smooth running of the business, ensuring:
- Everyone is paid on time
- Materials are sourced and arrive promptly
- Legal obligations are met
- Health, safety, and security are safeguarded
About The Legal Team & The Role
This role will support the continued growth of the business, reporting to the Deputy General Counsel. The THG Legal Team currently comprises 10 lawyers working across a variety of practice areas. This is a hands-on advisory role, operating at pace within an entrepreneurial, international organisation.
You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders, supporting growth, innovation, and brand expansion.
A generalist in-house role, it offers exposure to a broad range of commercial, corporate, litigation, intellectual property, and data protection matters across various jurisdictions.
The primary focus of this role is to negotiate, draft, and advise on commercial contracts, including:
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- Senior Legal Counsel responsibilities encompass:
- Supplier and customer contracts for the purchase of goods and/or services
- Distribution and marketplace agreements
- Manufacturing agreements (across both the prestige beauty and sports nutrition sectors)
- Licensing agreements (covering intellectual property rights—both licensing in and licensing out)
Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively at pace within an ambitious and international group
- Represent THG in a range of legal matters where additional experience will be welcomed
- Participate in cross-border mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and asset disposals
- Work with the Commercial Legal Team on shareholder agreements, venture funding, and convertible loan notes
- Provide data governance and compliance support
- Represent THG on issues related to intellectual property
- Mentor junior team members
Requirements
- Law degree
- 6+ years’ PQE in a reputed law firm or legal industry
- Valid practising certificate
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong negotiation skills
- Confidence to work closely with senior stakeholders
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in legal software and tools (e.g., contract management)
Benefits
Career Development
- Access to bespoke development programmes designed by our in-house Learning and Development (L&D) team
- Upskilling programme, delivered in partnership with a leading industry training provider
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Enhanced Leave
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Birthday leave! Enjoy a day off on your birthday
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay (varies with length of service)
- Up to 10 days compassionate leave
- Buy back up to 3 days annually
- Unlock 2 days volunteer leave after 12 months
Wellbeing Support
- Face-to-face and virtual consultations with our in-house GP
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), provided by BuPa
- State-of-the-art on-site gym
- On-site physiotherapy access
Other Perks
- Salary sacrifice scheme for tech—save up to 12% on personal devices
- Subsidised transport (bus pass from Manchester City Centre to Icon office)
- Up to 50% staff discount on THG brands (LOOKFANTASTIC, Myprotein, ESPA, etc.)
- On-site staff shop
- Referral bonus—earn up to £1000 when you refer someone who joins THG and passes probation
- Anniversary gifts on 5th and 10th-year service milestones
Our Commitment
THG is a Disability Confident Committed employer. If invited for interview, please inform us of any reasonable adjustments needed to support you during the process.
THG is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment, welcoming applications from all backgrounds.
Due to high application volumes, we aim to respond within 14 days. For queries or further details, contact our Talent team.
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